Himdarpan, Pakyong (2025)

14/09/2025

Landslide at Ring Khola Cuts Off Road Connectivity in Upper Dzongu

A major landslide hit the Ring Khola stretch in Upper Dzongu, North Sikkim, early Sunday morning, leaving the vital road between Phidang and Sangklang severely damaged.

Eyewitnesses reported that a large section of the road caved in and slid down the hillside, making vehicular movement impossible. The incident has caused complete disruption of transport in the area, stranding commuters and affecting daily travel.

14/09/2025

PRESS RELEASE:

BJP Sikkim Hosts Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat Session in Gangtok

Gangtok, September 14 : BJP Sikkim successfully organized an insightful session on the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat (EBSB) initiative yesterday, promoting cultural unity and national integration.

The event was graced by Smt. Debashree Chaudhuri, Former MoS, Government of India, and Senior BJP Leader, alongside BJP Sikkim Vice President Shri Dinesh Chandra Nepal, EBSB State Convenor Shri Niren Bhandari and his team, party executives, and representatives of various organizations. A one-minute silence was observed in the memories of the landslide victims of Upper Rimbi, West Sikkim.

Addressing the gathering, Smt. Chaudhuri highlighted the nationwide initiative envisioned by Hon'ble PM Shri Narendra Modi Ji, ensuring exchange of culture and traditions between paired states and Union Territories. She emphasized how the program fosters mutual understanding and strengthens national integration by promoting activities like language learning, traditional art forms, cuisine exchanges, and youth interactions.

The session also discussed the impact of drug abuse, unchecked influx from Bangladesh, increase in crime rate, and geopolitical impact of recent developments in surrounding countries.

This programme reinforces the vision of unity in diversity, cultural harmony, and the spirit of nation-building under the guiding principles of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat.

Shri Niren Bhandari
Convenor, EBSB Sikkim

14/09/2025

Chief Minister Visits Shree Krishna Pranami Mandir, Offers Prayers for Sikkim’s Peace and Prosperity

Gangtok, September 14: Chief Minister Mr Prem Singh Tamang paid a visit to the sacred Shree Krishna Pranami Mandir, Mangal Dham, earlier this morning.

Chief Minister offered heartfelt prayers at the temple, seeking the blessings of Lord Shri Krishna for the peace, welfare, and prosperity of Sikkim and its people.

“May Lord Krishna’s divine blessings always be upon us,” the Chief Minister expressed in devotion, emphasizing the importance of spiritual strength in guiding the path of progress and harmony for the state.

Report from Chief Minister’s Office, CMO

14/09/2025

Timburbung, Soreng District
Day 05

The vibrant celebration of sports and community continues at Upper Timburbung as the Men’s Open Futsal Football Tournament, organized by the Sports Association Timburbong Youths in collaboration with MST Club, enters its fifth day. The event is being held on the eve of Bishwakarma Puja, adding festive spirit to the occasion.

Chief Guest Shri P.K. S***a, representing the All Sikkim Scheduled Tribe Welfare Board, graces the tournament with his esteemed presence. He is joined by Guest of Honour Shri C.P. Sharma, Vice President of the Institute for Transforming Sikkim (ITS), and Headmaster of Thongling Primary School, Shri M.B. S***a. Special guests in attendance include Shri Dolan S***a,Principal of Ribdi Senior Secondary School,Shri D.M. Pradhan, Principal of Kaluk Senior Secondary School, along with several retired teachers, respected dignitaries, and a large gathering of the general public, all of whom are actively encouraging the players and celebrating the spirit of unity through sports.

The tournament showcases not only the sporting talent of the region but also the strong community bonds that bring people together for such occasions. As the matches progress with great enthusiasm, the anticipation builds for the grand finale. The final match of this spirited tournament is scheduled to be played on 16 September 2025 at Upper Timburbung.

14/09/2025

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places over Bihar, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya and Goa, today. IMD also predicted heavy rainfall over Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Andhra Pradesh.

Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, North Interior Karnataka, Odisha, and Telangana till tomorrow. According to the weather agency Jammu-Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit-Baltistan, Muzaffarabad, and Telangana are expected to witness thunderstorm and lightning conditions during the next 2-3 days.

14/09/2025

मुख्यमन्त्री प्रेम सिंह तामाङले 19-सर्दोङ लुङ्गजिक ग्राम पञ्चायत एकाईका पञ्चायत सभापति राजेन गुरुङको मृत्युप्रति उहाँले गहिरो शोक व्यक्त गर्दै शोकसन्तप्त परिवारप्रति हार्दिक समवेदना व्यक्त गरेका छन्। मुख्यमन्त्रीले आफ्नो आधिकारिक सामाजिक संजाल फेसबुक पेजमा लेखेका छन्, 'गेजिङ जिल्लाको 19-सर्दोङ लुङ्गजिक जीपीयूका पञ्चायत सभापति श्री राजेन गुरुङको असामयिक निधनको बारेमा जानकारी पाउँदा म अत्यन्तै दुःखी छु। उहाँको हिजो लामा गाउँ वार्ड अन्तर्गत माथिल्लो सर्दोङस्थित आफ्नो निवास नजिकै गएको पैह्रोमा परेर मृत्यु भएको छ।'
मुख्यमन्त्रीले अघि लेखेका छन्, 'यस गहिरो शोकको क्षणमा, म शोकसन्तप्त परिवारप्रति हार्दिक समवेदना व्यक्त गर्दछु र दिवंगत आत्माको चिर शान्तिको लागि प्रार्थना गर्दछु। स्व. गुरुङको जनताको कल्याणमा निस्वार्थ सेवा र योगदानलाई गहिरो सम्मान र कृतज्ञताका साथमा सम्झिनेछु। सरकार र सिक्किमका जनताको तर्फबाट, म अपूरणीय क्षतिको यस घडीमा शोकसन्तप्त परिवारसँग ऐक्यबद्धता व्यक्त गर्दछु। जिल्ला प्रशासन र सम्बन्धित अधिकारीहरूले घटनाको तुरुन्तै जानकारी लिएरप परिवारका सदस्यहरू र प्रभावित क्षेत्रलाई आवश्यक सबै सहयोग प्रदान गरिरहेका छन्'

13/09/2025

पैह्रोले लियो पञ्चायत सभापति राजेन गुरुङको ज्यान

गेजिङ जिल्लाको मानेबुङ देन्ताम निर्वाचन क्षेत्र अन्तर्गत सर्दोङ लुङ्गजिक ग्राम पञ्चायत एकाईका पञ्चायत सभापति राजेन गुरुङले पैह्रोको चपेटमा परेर ज्यान गुमाएका छन्। मुसलधारे पानी परिरहेको बेला लगभग 7:30 बजी बेलुकी घरमाथि कुलो काट्नु जाँदा उक्त घटना घटेको बताइएको छ। पैह्रोको कारण तीनवटा गाई पनि मारिएको छ। पैह्रो प्रभावित क्षेत्रमा स्थानीय नागरिक र प्रशासनको अथक प्रयास पछि अबेर राति पञ्चायत गुरुङको शव उद्घार गरिएको छ।
उल्लेख्य, गेजिङ जिल्लामा बितेको यहीँ सप्ताह भित्र पैह्रोको कारण पाँच जनाले ज्यान गुमाइसकेका छन्।

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13/09/2025

PRESS RELEASE
13.09.2025

Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) Party Mourns the Demise of Shri D.B. Gautam

The Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) Party deeply mourns the untimely passing of Shri D.B. Gautam (affectionately known as Gautam Mama or Gautam Daju), a founder member of the SKM Party and recently appointed as Officer on Special Duty (Sports Department). His demise is an irreparable loss to the party and to the entire Sikkimese society.

Shri Gautam was an avid footballer of his time, dedicating his life to the beautiful game and proudly representing Sikkim at various prestigious tournaments. He played for renowned clubs such as Snow Lion and Dzongri Football Club, and was a regular and admired figure in the Governor’s Gold Cup.

His notable contributions to the footballing arena include:
• Representing Sikkim in the 1st Junior Nationals, Jorhat (1984)
• Participating in the Senior Nationals (1998)
• Showcasing his talent at the Birthday Cup, Nepal (1991)
• Playing a key role in the Thumps Federation Cup (1985), where his team finished runners-up

Shri Gautam’s love for football and his remarkable achievements will always be remembered with pride and gratitude. His dedication has inspired generations of young footballers in Sikkim, and his legacy will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

On behalf of the President of SKM, Shri Prem Singh Tamang (Golay), and all members of the party, we extend our deepest condolences to his bereaved family, friends, and the entire sporting fraternity.

Ranjana Pradhan,
President, Press & Publicity cell
Sikkim Krantikari Morcha.

13/09/2025

Transfer & Posting

13/09/2025

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The State-Level Student Nurses’ Association (SNA) Competition was successfully held on 12th September 2025 at the SMU Auditorium, SMIMS Tadong, under the guidance of Prof. Binita Khati, State SNAI Advisor, Sikkim State Branch.
The primary objective of the event was to select outstanding nursing students across various categories to represent the Sikkim State Branch at the 31st SNAI Biennial National Conference 2025, a three-day event to be held in Pune, Maharashtra.
Students showcased their talents in a wide array of competitions including Rangoli, Quiz, Group Dance, On-the-spot Painting, Pencil Sketching, Poster Making, Miss SNAI Extempore, Mono Act, and Essay Writing. These events aimed to enhance creativity, foster critical thinking, and build camaraderie and team spirit among nursing students.
The program was graced by the presence of several esteemed dignitaries from Nursing fraternity, including Ms. Chandrika Rai, President, TNAI Sikkim State Branch; Ms. Bandana Moktan, Secretary, TNAI Sikkim; Mrs. Tanuja Tamang, Deputy Registrar, Sikkim Nursing Council; Mrs. Kamala Sharma, Joint Director of Nursing, Health and Family Welfare Department; Executive Committee Members of TNAI, Sikkim; as well as Principals, faculty members, and distinguished guests from Nursing colleges.
A total of four nursing institutions from Sikkim participated with remarkable enthusiasm:
• Sikkim Government College of Nursing (SGCON)
• Sikkim Manipal College of Nursing (SMCON)
• Sikkim Professional College of Nursing (SPCON)
• Nursing Training Centre (NTC)
The competitions witnessed an impressive display of energy, innovation, and dedication from all participants.
Winners of the events were as follows:
• Extempore Speech: Ms. Pema Khandu Lachungpa (SPCON)
• Essay Writing (English): Ms. Menukha Pradhan (SMCON)
• Essay Writing (Hindi): Ms. Ayushi Chourasia (SMCON)
• Rangoli/Floor Decoration: Ms. Gayatri Bora (SPCON)
• Poster Presentation: Ms. Malina Rai & Ms. Arpana Sharma (SGCON)
• On-the-spot Painting: Ms. Kritika Chettri (SMCON)
• Pencil Sketching: Ms. Kristibanya (SMCON)
• Mono Act: Ms. Rehya Gurung (SGCON)
• Quiz Competition: SPCON Team
• Group Dance: SMCON Team
• Miss SNAI, Sikkim: Ms. Prashanti Sharma (SMCON)
All winners were awarded with prizes and certificates in recognition of their outstanding performances.

Prof. Binita Khati
State SNAI Advisor
Sikkim State Branch

13/09/2025

Press release

PREPARATORY MEETING FOR AAMA SASHAKTIKARAN YOJANA AT BAC RAVANGLA:-

Under the dynamic leadership of the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Sikkim, Shri Prem Singh Tamang Golay, and the valuable guidance of Hon’ble MLA of Barfung (09) Shri Riksal Dorjee Bhutia, a preparatory meeting was held at the Conference Hall of BAC Ravangla on 17th September 2025, in view of the upcoming cheque distribution program under the Aama Sashaktikaran Yojana. The event is being organized on the auspicious occasion of our beloved and Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi Ji.

The meeting was conducted in the august presence of:
• Additional Political Secretary to HCM, Shri Bishnu Sharma
• OSD to MLA Barfung, Shri Shiva Kr Rai
• ADC Development Ravangla, Shri DP Dahal
• SDM Ravangla, Wangyal Sherpa
• OSD Buddha Park, Shri Tsheten Bhutia
• BDO Ravangla, Shri BB Tamang
• Hon’ble Zilla Panchayat members
• Hon’ble Panchayat Presidents and representatives from all GPUs
• CLC President, Shri Narayan Gopal Gurung
• Social Welfare Inspectors
• Panchayat Inspectors
• CA to MLA, Shri Ashok Rai
• Senior Party Worker, Shri Kiran Gurung
• Office Staff of BAC Ravangla

During the meeting, it was unanimously decided that the cheque distribution program will be held at the Congregation Hall, Buddha Park, commencing at 9:00 AM sharp on 17th September 2025.

This program aims to strengthen the socio-economic empowerment of mothers under the Aama Sashaktikaran Yojana and reflects the unwavering commitment of the present government towards the welfare of the people

13/09/2025

प्रधानमन्त्री नरेन्द्र मोदीले नेपालको अन्तरिम सरकारको प्रधानमन्त्री सुशीला कार्कीलाई बधाई तथा शुभकामना व्यक्त गरेका छन्।

उनले एक्समा भनेका छन्, ‘नेपालको अन्तरिम सरकारको प्रधानमन्त्रीको रूपमा पदभार ग्रहण गर्नुभएकोमा सम्माननीय श्रीमती सुशीला कार्कीज्यूलाई हार्दिक शुभकामना। नेपालका दाजुभाइ तथा दिदीबहिनीहरूको शान्ति, प्रगति र समृद्धिप्रति भारत पूर्ण रूपमा प्रतिबद्ध छ।’

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